DJ Maphorisa has once again made headlines, this time for addressing long-standing claims about unpaid royalties in the music industry. The influential producer and DJ recently took to social media to reveal that he has paid over R8 million in royalties to artists and producers affiliated with New Money Gang (NMG), proving his commitment to transparency and fair compensation.
For years, DJ Maphorisa has faced criticism and accusations from sections of the public who claimed that artists under his umbrella were not being paid what they were owed. In a bold move to clear the air, he shared proof of payment, including a video showing him scrolling through bank statements reflecting the royalty payouts. The gesture immediately sparked widespread conversation across social media.
Taking to Twitter, DJ Maphorisa openly shared details about the payments, writing: “If Sony cud borrow me a billion mos definitely I will fix the industry Things I shouldn’t reveal but f** it, it feels good n it’s the second time I do this last time was R5m. R8m payouts royalties from NMG music. S/o to everyone been a part of NMG artists and producers thank you definitely making more music with u guys. N I pay my taxes.”*
According to his statement, this is not the first time he has made such a move. He previously revealed a R5 million payout, making the latest R8 million payment even more significant. By publicly sharing this information, DJ Maphorisa aimed to put an end to speculation and show that he takes care of the creatives he works with.
The transparency has been widely praised by fans and industry peers, many of whom believe that openness like this is rare in the music business. Royalty disputes have long been a sensitive issue in South Africa’s music industry, and DJ Maphorisa’s decision to publicly address the matter has sparked important conversations about accountability and artist compensation.
As the founder of New Money Gang, DJ Maphorisa has played a major role in shaping the Amapiano movement and launching the careers of numerous artists and producers. His latest revelation reinforces his stance that success should be shared and that those contributing to the music deserve to be rewarded fairly.
By paying out millions in royalties and showing proof, DJ Maphorisa has taken a strong step toward restoring trust and changing the narrative around his name. Whether critics choose to accept it or not, this move has undeniably shifted the conversation and highlighted the importance of transparency in the music industry.
If Sony cud borrow me a billion mos definitely I will fix the industry 🤭
Things I shouldn’t reveal but fuck it,it feels good n it’s the second time I do this 🤗 last time was R5m
R8m payouts royalties from NMG music S/o to everyone been a part of MNG artists and producers… pic.twitter.com/yd0uFAy8EC
— MadMoney (@DjMaphorisa) January 24, 2026
